PROEL GF16L - Golden Feet Series Expression Pedal with 20K Ohm Potentiometer for Keyboards
Maximize the expressiveness of your musical performance with the Proel GF16L , a high-end expression pedal designed specifically for discerning keyboard players. Part of the acclaimed Golden Feet series, this device is not just an accessory, but a fundamental extension of your instrument, allowing you to inject emotion and dynamics into every note. Whether you're aiming to create cinematic string swells , control the volume of a digital organ, or modulate synthesizer filters in real time, the GF16L offers the tactile and technical response needed to achieve it.
Unlike passive volume pedals that filter the audio signal directly, the PROEL GF16L functions as a dedicated controller. Thanks to its long-life 20K Ohm linear potentiometer , it sends a precise and smooth control signal to the brain of your keyboard or digital piano. This ensures a smooth response curve without abrupt jumps, allowing for millimeter-precise gradation from absolute silence to the maximum level of expression configured on your equipment.
The GF16L's construction has been designed to withstand the demands of live performance and studio use. Made from high-strength thermoplastic ABS , it combines lightweight portability with enviable robustness. However, what truly sets it apart is its base: a reinforced metal plate and a rubberized bottom cover provide strategic weight and exceptional grip. Forget chasing the pedal around the stage; the GF16L stays firmly in place wherever you position it.
Main features
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Precision potentiometer: Integrates a 20K Ohm linear potentiometer designed to offer optimal resistance and extended durability, eliminating the dirty noise typical of low-quality components.
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Golden Feet Design: Ergonomic structure with textured contact surface that ensures a perfect grip on the sole of the shoe, preventing slippage during intense musical passages.
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Integrated connectivity: Includes a 2-meter cable terminating in a 6.3 mm male stereo (TRS) jack connector, ready to connect directly to the "Expression" or "Assignable Pedal" input of your keyboard.
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Superior stability: Counterweighted galvanized metal base coated with non-slip rubber that guarantees total adhesion to any type of surface, from carpet to parquet.
Benefits for the musician
The PROEL GF16L transforms the way you interact with your digital instrument. Its main benefit lies in creative freedom : by freeing your hands from adjusting faders or modulation wheels, you can keep both hands on the keys while controlling complex nuances with your foot. Furthermore, its hybrid construction (ABS body and metal base) offers perfect balance, providing the feel of heavy professional gear without adding excessive weight to your luggage.
Recommended use cases
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Live dynamics control: Ideal for controlling the overall volume of piano and pad layers during a performance without abruptly cutting off the sound.
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Acoustic instrument simulation: Perfect for emulating the behavior of wind or bowed string instruments, where the sound intensity varies constantly.
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Wah Effects and Filters: By assigning it to filter cutoff parameters on synthesizers or workstations, it turns the pedal into a creative sound design tool.
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Home Studio: Excellent for recording real-time volume automation via MIDI (through the keyboard) in your favorite DAW, achieving a "humanization" that the mouse cannot imitate.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does this pedal work for guitars as a normal volume pedal?
Not directly in the audio chain. The GF16L is an expression pedal designed to be connected to a control input (stereo jack) of keyboards or processors, not to pass the guitar sound through it.
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Is it compatible with my keyboard brand (Yamaha, Roland, Korg, Casio, Nord)?
This pedal uses a TRS connector with a 20K Ohm resistance, a very common industry standard (compatible with most Roland, Kurzweil, Fatar, etc. products). However, we recommend checking your keyboard's manual to confirm it accepts expression pedals with 10k to 20k Ohm resistance and to verify the polarity.
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Is the cable detachable?
No, the 2-meter cable is integrated into the chassis to ensure a solid connection and prevent accidental loss or disconnections on stage.
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Does it need batteries or an external power supply?
No, the GF16L is a passive device that operates using the resistance of the potentiometer; it does not require batteries or power adapters.
Project description
Professional expression pedal with a 20K Ohm ("long-life") linear potentiometer for precise voltage (CV) control. Constructed from reinforced thermoplastic ABS with a galvanized metal base and rubber coating for stability and grip. Includes a 2-meter captive cable terminated with a 6.3 mm stereo jack (TRS) connector, gold-plated or nickel-plated depending on the version. Dimensions: 93 x 61 x 212 mm. Approximate weight: 0.715 kg. Designed for connection to expression control or assignable volume ports on keyboards, digital pianos, and MIDI controllers.
